Culture Weekends in Riga (4 Days/ 3 Nights)

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Full description This itinerary will take you to explore the beautiful city of Riga, the capital of Latvia. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, discover its unique architecture, visit iconic places such as Riga Castle and the Dome Cathedral, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city. You will also have the option to explore the Art Nouveau district and visit the Art Nouveau Museum. Additionally, you can indulge in the vibrant market scene in the Kalnciema District and learn about local arts and crafts.

Day 1
Arrival in Riga, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****, check-in; welcome meeting, optional welcome dinner at hotel.

Day 2
Riga, founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds,the Freedom Monument and the Riga History and Navigation Museum. The afternoon offers an optional tour to Riga Art Nouveau district and a visit to the Art Nouveau Museum. In the evening an optional contemporary Latvian cuisine dinner at Restaurant Kalku Varti is offered.

Day 3
In the morning we go to Kalnciema Quarter, a bright and lively spot in Riga, on the left bank of the Daugava River, in the green and colorful area of Pardaugava. It regularly hosts events for families and children, art exhibitions, plays, open-air concerts, and educational events. Kalnciema Quarter is particularly famous for its weekly market – ever since 2008, on Saturdays, local farmers and artisans have been bringing their versatile produce to Kalnciema Quarter. The cluster of renovated wooden buildings contains a Wooden Architecture Center, wine shop and cafe, a restaurant, an art gallery and a design salon. We end the visit at nearby located Agenskalns market. Depending on departure date we continue exploring Riga:

2 november, 18 January and 15 February: we continue by exploring Riga arts and crafts and contemporary fashion and design, visiting local craftsman stores in the Old Town and learn about amber and knitted fabric traditions.
16 november: during week-end Latvia celebrates its Independence Day. On Saturday, festive activities take place in the city including when locals and visitors of the city gather for celebrations.
28 March: we will celebrate Easter holiday holidays in Riga.

The afternoon offers on optional guided visit to the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design (MDAD) has been open to the public since 6 July 1989. The museum has seven collections: textile art, ceramics, metal, leather, decorative wood and glaas art as well as a design collection. The permanent display introduces visitors to the work of Latvia’s leading artists in decorative art and design. It tells about the dominant styles and movements in the period from the end of the 19th century to the present day. The evening offers an optional a ballet or opera performance at the Latvian National Opera.

Day 4
Optional transfer to airport. Additional information At the time of booking, additional services can be added for an extra fee. You can add the following services:Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu LatvijaWelcome dinner at hotel3-hours visit to Riga Art Nouveau district and visit to Art Nouveau MuseumContemporary cuisine Latvian dinner at Restaurant Kalku Varti3-hours visit to Museum of Decorative Arts and DesignOptional ballet or opera performance at the Latvian National OperaTransfer Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija to Riga airportPlease note that if you add the transfer service from the airport to the hotel you must add the information of your arrival flight to the destination, otherwise you must approach the meeting point by your own meansMin. booking of 2 guests Inclusions 3 overnights at centrally located Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****3 buffet breakfastWelcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice Personalised welcome package3-hours guided walking tour of Riga Old Town and 3-hours excursion to Kalnciema Quarter and extended program depending on departure dateEntrance to the Riga History and Navigation MuseumMultilingual local guide Exclusions Hotel pick-up and drop-offTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther services not specified Cancellation Policy Free cancellation up to 36 days before the service. Cancellations between 35 days and 15 days, reimbursement of 50% of the amount of the service. Cancellations between 14 days and 8 days, reimbursement of 25% of the amount of the service. Cancellations between 7 days and 1 day, refund of 10% of the amount of the service. Cancellation with less time or no show no refund is made Meeting point Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija, Riga. Latvija